SENIOR AML OFFICER (M/F)

SENIOR AML OFFICER (M/F)
We are delighted to support this prestigious PE firm in the recruitment of a Senior AML Officer for their Luxembourg AIFM. Reporting to the AML Manager of the AIFM, the senior AML Officer is responsible to perform Know your Client (KYC) due diligence on the investors and on assets according to the internal AML/CTF governance framework and in compliance with the applicable Laws and Regulations in Luxembourg.
THE JOB:
-Conduct customer due diligence checks on new investors during onboarding to
-identify and evaluate the AML risk as per internal risk-based approach.
-Perform periodic review of investor files in accordance with the risk level.
-Perform the AML review on Assets and ongoing monitoring and ensure escalations are carried out in a timely manner when required.
-Drafting, gathering, analysing, and maintaining a high-quality standard of the KYC files in line with the internal standards as well as with applicable laws and regulations.
-Support reporting to the Board and administrations, such as CSSF and AED.
-Attendance to and preparation of the Business Acceptance Committee.
-Communication with investors, lawyers and third parties as appropriate.
-Ensure timely and accurate delivery of internal / external requests.
-Remain regularly updated about regulatory environment, assess impact of changes, and propose solutions.
-You will need to escalate any compliance/AML findings to the line Manager, the Conducting Officer, and the Executive committee.
-Preparation of AML Memos and Business Acceptance Committee Minutes and the related documentation.
-In this role you will support and assist in any request coming from the internal and external auditor of the AIFM from an AML point of view.
PROFILE:
-University degree in Law, Economics, Business Administration or equivalent.
-At least 3 years relevant experience acquired in the field of AML/KYC or compliance in
-Luxembourg, preferably in a CSSF supervised environment.
-Experience in writing memos and minutes.
-Solid knowledge of compliance related laws and regulations with respect to AML/CFT
-Strong organising skills, with the ability to multi-task
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
-Positive, proactive approach
-Fluent in English and French or German
THE CLIENT:
Our client is a leading European Private Equity firm with a diverse portfolio of investments across a range of markets. The client offers an excellent opportunity to join an international company, great career perspective and a competitive package.
At the final stages of the recruitment process, the successful candidate can be asked to provide supporting documentation such as, for example, copies of diplomas or proof of previous jobs, and a standard criminal record check might also be requested.